Compliance with the required British Standards criteria is an essential part of many industrial products’ design and performance. The rigorous safety and performance standards ensure that products are safe and fit for purpose. BS8610 specifically refers to the specification of personal fall protection equipment and anchor systems.
Who needs to use BS8610?
British Standards BS8610 is aimed primarily at manufacturers of fall arrest, rope access and rescue systems. It is a great way for companies to promote their products, by displaying the British Standards certification and reassuring users that their products have been tested and met the required standards.
The importance of using British Standards certified lifting devices for rope access
At REID Lifting, we fully understand the importance of designing and testing our products to meet the latest industry regulations. Our T Davit for Rope Access has been third-party witness tested and is fully compliant with the BS8610:2017 Personal Fall Protection Equipment – Anchor Systems for either one or two users (subject to the radius of the Davit system). You can be sure that you are using a completely safe and secure anchor system in any rescue scenario.
BS8610 tests anchor systems designed for use by one or more users simultaneously. It specifies the maximum number of users and gives detailed information about maximum weights, height restrictions, and flexibility of turning arc. Different Davits meet different aspects of the BS8610 standard, the aspects are:
Restraint systems
Fall arrest systems
Rope access and work positioning systems
Rescue systems [Accompanied descent or remotely operated or self-operated]
Evacuation systems
The importance of having the required industry certification cannot be over emphasised. This is particularly true in reference to use in rope access and height safety tasks.
Find out more about the BS8610:2017 certified T Davit for Rope Access by watching our features and benefits video below.
If you need a safe and fully certified rescue lifting system, look no further than REID Lifting. For more information about REID Lifting rope access for rescue scenarios lifting devices or any of our products call 0800 640 8311 or contact us online.